# Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School is a full-day nursery at Little Cherubs Nursery, 2a Bell Green Lane, London, SE26 5TB, in Bell Green, Lewisham. It is registered for 82 children and takes children aged 3 months to 5 years. It opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri. It has a Google rating of 4.7 from 12 reviews (November 2026). It is run by Little Cherubs Care and Education Ltd.

Page: https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-cherubs-nursery-and-pre-school-2855748  
Last checked 11 November 2026.

## At a glance

- Type: Full-day nursery
- Address: Little Cherubs Nursery, 2a Bell Green Lane, London, SE26 5TB
- Ages: 3 months to 5 years
- Opening hours: 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri
- Registered places: 82
- Phone: 020 8778 3232
- Website: http://www.littlecherubs.org/
- Run by: [Little Cherubs Care and Education Ltd](https://toddly.co.uk/groups/little-cherubs-care-and-education-ltd)
- Ofsted URN: 2855748

## Ofsted and official records

Not yet inspected by Ofsted. The nursery is registered and has not had its first inspection yet.

Official records:

- Ofsted registration: Registered since October 2025 (Reference 2855748). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2855748)
- Inspections on record: None yet. Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2855748)
- Registered places: 82 places (the most children it may care for at once). Source: Ofsted, checked 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2855748)
- Food hygiene rating: 5 (Very good) (inspected 28 January 2025). Source: Food Standards Agency, checked 13 November 2026 (https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/1598948)

## Fees

Fees: not published yet.

Nurseries in Lewisham that publish fees charge £76–£106 a day for under-2s (7 nurseries). This is the area's range, not this nursery's.

## Hours and ages

- Monday to Friday: 08:00–18:00
- Ages: 3 months to 5 years

## Getting there

Address: Little Cherubs Nursery, 2a Bell Green Lane, London, SE26 5TB

Directions: https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=51.428046,-0.037399

- Station: Lower Sydenham, 0.3 miles
- Station: Sydenham, 0.7 miles, no step-free access
- Station: New Beckenham, 0.8 miles
- 16 bus stops within 400 m
- Park: Home Park, under 0.1 miles
- Park: Pool River Linear Park, 0.2 miles
- Park: Southend Park, 0.3 miles
- Park: Mayow Park, 0.4 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.1 miles
- Playground: Playground, 0.1 miles

© OpenStreetMap contributors, checked 13 November 2026 · Powered by TfL Open Data, checked 13 November 2026.

## Places and next steps

Spaces: not published yet.

In Lewisham there are about 2.8 children under 5 for every registered nursery place. Places are how many children nurseries may care for, not free spaces. Source: ONS Census 2021.

When to apply: https://toddly.co.uk/when-to-apply-for-nursery

## Ratings

- Google: 4.7 out of 5 from 12 reviews (as of 11 November 2026)

## About: a day here

### Learning

Its website says the nursery's named approaches are Reggio Emilia inspired, Steiner / Waldorf, the Curiosity Approach and a school readiness programme. Its website also lists SEND support, support for children learning English, an inclusive setting and library visits.

- Reggio Emilia inspired (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- Steiner / Waldorf (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- Curiosity Approach (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- School readiness programme (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)

### Food

Its website says meals are cooked on site, the kitchen is allergy-aware, and healthy snacks are provided.

- Meals cooked on site (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Allergy-aware kitchen (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/nutrition.php)
- Healthy snacks provided (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)

### Outdoors

Its website says the nursery has its own garden and a growing / allotment area. It also lists regular park trips and local outings and trips.

- Own garden (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Regular park trips (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/activities.php)
- Growing / allotment area (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Local outings and trips (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/activities.php)

### Settling in

Its website says complimentary settling-in sessions are attended before the child's official start date. Settling-in sessions are also listed among its care details.

- Separate baby room (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Dedicated sleep room (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Settling-in sessions (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/admissions/how-to-apply.php)

### SEND and inclusion

- SEND support (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- Support for children learning English (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- Inclusive setting (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)

### Safety

Its website says the nursery has a secure entry system and CCTV.

- Secure entry system (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- CCTV (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Parent app with daily updates (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/curriculum.php)
- Parking (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)
- Near public transport (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/our-nurseries/sydenham.php)

### Extras and activities

- Library visits (source: nursery website, https://www.littlecherubs.org/nursery-life/activities.php)

### Getting a place

Its website says families first enquire, then book a visit by virtual tour, brochure, call, Zoom or open evening. Families then complete the registration form, confirm preferred sessions and attend settling-in sessions before the start date.

## Nearby schools

Distances are in a straight line.

| School | Phase | Ages | Ofsted | Nursery class | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haseltine Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Good (March 2023) | yes | under 0.1 miles |
| Our Lady and St Philip Neri Catholic Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (October 2019) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| St Michael's Church of England Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | School remains Good (February 2020) | yes | 0.2 miles |
| Adamsrill Primary School | Primary | 3–11 | Standards maintained (June 2025) | yes | 0.3 miles |
| Brent Knoll School |  | 4–17 | Improved significantly (November 2024) |  | 0.3 miles |
| Elfrida Primary School | Primary | 2–11 | Report card (July 2026) | yes | 0.6 miles |
| Alexandra Junior School | Primary | 7–11 | Quality of education: Good; Behaviour and attitudes: Outstanding; Personal development: Outstanding; Leadership and management: Good (February 2025) |  | 0.6 miles |
| Watergate School |  | 4–11 | School remains Outstanding (March 2022) |  | 0.7 miles |

## Nearby nurseries

| Nursery | Ofsted | Day fee from | Hours | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Little Elms Daycare Sydenham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/little-elms-daycare-sydenham-ey440075) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.2 miles |
| [BeBright Bunnies Sydenham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/bebright-bunnies-sydenham-2531045) | Good |  | 07:30–18:00 | 0.3 miles |
| [The Dulwich Day Nursery & Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/the-dulwich-day-nursery-and-pre-school-2646441) | Good |  | 07:30–18:30 | 0.4 miles |
| [Cornerstone Day Nursery & Pre-School](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/cornerstone-day-nursery-and-pre-school-ey494421) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Kindergarten Forest Hill](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/kindergarten-forest-hill-2578329) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.5 miles |
| [Base Zero Bellingham](https://toddly.co.uk/nursery/base-zero-bellingham-ey493058) | Good |  | 08:00–18:00 | 0.7 miles |

## Frequently asked questions

### What are Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School's opening hours?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School opens 08:00–18:00, Mon–Fri.

### What ages does Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School take?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School takes children aged 3 months to 5 years.

### How many children can Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School take?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School is registered with Ofsted for up to 82 children at any one time.

### Who runs Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School is run by Little Cherubs Care and Education Ltd, which runs 2 nurseries.

### What approach does Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School follow?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School's website describes its approach as: Reggio Emilia inspired, Steiner / Waldorf, Curiosity Approach and School readiness programme.

### Does Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School have outdoor space?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School lists: Own garden, Regular park trips, Growing / allotment area and Local outings and trips.

### Does Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School support children with SEND?

Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School lists: SEND support, Support for children learning English and Inclusive setting.

### What is the nearest station to Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School?

Lower Sydenham is the nearest station we know of, 0.3 miles away in a straight line.

### How do I contact Little Cherubs Nursery & Pre School?

You can call 020 8778 3232 and visit www.littlecherubs.org.

## Sources

- Registration and inspections: Ofsted, as of 30 June 2026 (https://reports.ofsted.gov.uk/provider/16/2855748)
- Fees, hours and features: the nursery's website (www.littlecherubs.org), as of 11 November 2026 (http://www.littlecherubs.org/)
- Rating and review themes: Google, as of 11 November 2026 (https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Little+Cherubs+Nursery+%26+Pre-school&query_place_id=ChIJe37InYcBdkgRuLLN_TZetc0)
- Schools: DfE Get Information about Schools, as of 4 November 2026 (https://get-information-schools.service.gov.uk/)

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